This dazzling vinca bursts into vivid scarlet blooms from late spring right through summer in Cape Town’s warm climate, adding a splash of colour when many other plants fade. Perfect for bedding displays, edging, pots, or mass planting, it thrives in sunny spots and tolerates heat beautifully. Hardy, low-maintenance, and water-wise, it’s a favourite for coastal and urban gardens alike.
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for best flowering. Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings, avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Pinch back young plants to promote bushy growth. Replace annually, as vinca is typically grown as a summer bedding plant in Cape Town.
Vinca flowers are so resilient that they’re often called “summer survivors” ,they keep blooming even in the hottest Cape Town days when many other bedding plants wilt.
| Botanical Name | Catharanthus Hybrids |
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| Position | Sun to Semi-Shade |
| Water Smart | Yes |
| Indigenous | No |
